Wood Sherwood

At Wood Sherwood Solicitors, we are a dedicated team of legal professionals who have been serving the East Riding of Yorkshire for over three decades. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality legal advice, guidance, and solutions to individuals, businesses, and organizations. With over 1500 clients, we understand the importance of delivering personalized and effective legal support.

Meet Our Team

Our team comprises experienced solicitors, associates, and chartered legal executives who are committed to providing exceptional service. Each member of our team has extensive knowledge and expertise in their respective areas of practice.

• Tim Lawrence, Partner: With over 30 years of experience, Tim is the head of our Family and Dispute Resolution departments. His main areas of practice include Family Law, Dispute Resolution, and Employment Law advice.

• Helen Coates, Partner: Helen is the head of our Private Client and Conveyancing departments. She has been practicing law for over 20 years and specializes in Wills, Probate, and Estate Administration, as well as Residential Conveyancing.

• Richard Gooch, Associate Solicitor: Richard has over 30 years of experience and is a former partner of a leading Regional Law Firm. His main areas of practice include Residential Conveyancing and Commercial Property.

• Andrea Carter, Chartered Legal Executive: Andrea has been working in the legal profession since 1987 and specializes in Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection work.

• Lucy Stubley, Chartered Legal Executive: With over 25 years of experience, Lucy specializes in Residential Conveyancing, including sales and purchases of freehold and leasehold property, plot sales, and remortgages.

• Kate Morris, Solicitor: Kate is a dedicated solicitor with a focus on providing exceptional service to her clients.

• Kerry Colley, Chartered Legal Executive: Kerry has been a valuable member of our team for many years and specializes in various areas of law.

Services for Individuals

We understand that each individual has unique legal needs. Our team is equipped to handle a wide range of legal matters, including:

• Residential Property: We assist with buying, selling, and remortgaging properties, ensuring a smooth and stress-free process.

• Family & Child: Our team is experienced in handling family law matters, including prenuptial agreements, cohabitation advice, separation and relationship breakdown, children law, and family finance.

• Employment: We provide expert advice on employment law, helping individuals navigate their rights and responsibilities in the workplace.

• Dispute Management & Civil Litigation: Our team is skilled in resolving disputes and managing civil litigation, ensuring the best possible outcome for our clients.

• Wills, Probate, advising the elderly, Court of Protection and Powers of Attorney: We help individuals plan for the future by drafting wills, managing probate, and advising on powers of attorney and court of protection matters.

Services for Businesses

In addition to our services for individuals, we also offer comprehensive legal services for businesses. Our team can assist with:

• Commercial Property: We handle all aspects of commercial property transactions, from buying and selling to leasing and development.

• Dispute Management & Civil Litigation: Our team is experienced in resolving disputes and managing civil litigation for businesses, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum results.

• General Commercial: We provide expert advice on general commercial matters, including contract drafting and negotiation, business formation, and more.

• Employment: We help businesses navigate employment law, ensuring compliance and minimizing risk.

Location

Our offices are located at 6-10 Railway St, Pocklington, York, YO42 2QZ. We are easily accessible by public transport and offer ample parking for clients visiting by car.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need further information about our services, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always available to assist you.